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What is new energy storage?

New energy storage refers to energy-storage technologies other than conventional pump storage, including lithium-ion batteries, liquid flow batteries, flywheel, compressed air, hydrogen and ammonia, as well as heat and cold energy storage.

How many new energy storage projects are commissioned in China?

Figure 2: Cumulative installed capacity of new energy storage projects commissioned in China (as of the end of June 2023) In the first half of 2023, China's new energy storage continued to develop at a high speed, with 850 projects (including planning, under construction and commissioned projects), more than twice that of the same period last year.

How a new energy storage system is developing in China?

Dai Jianfeng, a deputy chief engineer of China Electric Power Planning and Engineering Institute, said the new energy storage in China has been developed through diverse technology routes. According to him, lithium-ion battery is still dominant at present, but the development of compressed air and liquid flow battery is accelerating.

What is the demand for energy storage facilities in China?

The rapid growth of renewable energy generation has created a large market demand for energy storage facilities. By the end of the first quarter of 2024, the cumulative installed capacity of new energy-storage projects in China had reached 35.3 million kW.

What percentage of China's new energy storage facilities use lithium batteries?

About 97 percent of China's new energy-storage facilities used lithium batteries in 2023. Recognizing the diverse scenarios and needs in power systems, China is encouraging technological innovation in new energy storage, achieving breakthroughs across various technical approaches.

Can new energy storage promote green and low-carbon development?

This year's government work report noted the development of new energy storage as one of the measures to promote green and low-carbon development. New energy storage refers to energy-storage technologies other than conventional pump storage. It offers advantages such as a short construction period, flexible layout and fast response.